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- 1 weeks ago1h 36m
iPhone Duo hands-on review, Apple announces MacBook Pro and Tell event
Ahead of its official launch, Chance has spent a week with the iPhone Duo and he is here to tell us all about his experiences with Apple’s new foldable phone, including the various poses, state of the software, Touch ID versus Face ID, battery life and more. Also, Apple announces yet another product event, so we preview what the company is preparing to ‘Pro and tell’ us. And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin tests the new HomePod Sound Glow feature, and Apple says its new Apple Music logo was “built by sound”. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Copilot Money: Get two months free with code 9TO5MAC at copilot.money/9to5mac. Sponsored by Framer: The only free design tool that brings your ideas to the web. Visit framer.com/happyhour for 30% off a Framer Pro annual plan. Sponsored by Perplexity Computer: Start your free trial of Perplexity Computer today at pplx.ai/happyhour and experience the next phase of AI. Sponsored by Keeper: Get 60% off personal and family plans at keepersecurity.com/HAPPYHOUR. Hosts Chance Miller @ChanceHMiller on Twitter @ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter @bzamayo@mastodon.social @bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes: Ad-free versions of every episode Pre- and post-show content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join. Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Apple announces special event for October 28: ‘Pro and tell’ Apple calls iPhone Duo pre-order demand ‘extraordinary’ as shipping dates slip Here’s where Apple says iPhone Duo will (and won’t) be available for walk-ins iPhone Duo sells out immediately, now backordered until next year iPhone Duo review: The future is foldable <a href="https://9to5mac.co
- 2 weeks ago1h 5m
Apple HomeView unveiled, new Apple TV and HomePod mini first impressions
Benjamin and Chance react to Apple’s smart home event, with first impressions on the new Apple HomeView smart display, the insanely priced Apple TV 4K (fourth-generation), and the HomePod mini refresh. It remains to be seen whether these new initiatives in the Apple Home Collection can help move the needle on smart home uptake at large, but it’s a good start. And in Happy Hour Plus, the new iOS beta brings a new Apple Music icon. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Things: The award-winning to-do app, ready for iOS 27 and iPhone Duo. Sponsored by Framer: The only free design tool that brings your ideas to the web. Visit framer.com/happyhour for 30% off a Framer Pro annual plan. Sponsored by Shopify: If you’re ready to launch your business before Black Friday, start your free trial at shopify.com/happyhour. Sponsored by Quince: Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or visit quince.com/happyhour. Get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada and the UK, too. Hosts Chance Miller @ChanceHMiller on Twitter @ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter @bzamayo@mastodon.social @bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes: Ad-free versions of every episode Pre- and post-show content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join. Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Apple unveils new HomeView smart display: pre-order today for $299 Here’s how HomeView’s facial recognition works HomeView will support video apps like YouTube, Netflix—if they say yes HomeView can display third-party widgets from your iPhone Will HomeView support third-party apps? Here’s what Apple says <a href="https
- 3 weeks ago1h 0m
Apple home event imminent, OLED MacBook Pro details, Full Disk Access changes
Benjamin and Chance talk about this week’s Apple news, ahead of a bevy of product announcements coming later this month. Apple is reportedly partnering with LG on a range of smart home accessories, and changes are coming to Full Disk Access permissions. Note: This episode was recorded before Apple officially announced its ‘Welcome home’ event. And in Happy Hour Plus, our family members get new phones. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Roborock: Fall Prime Day is here—with up to $1,600 off Roborock’s smartest cleaning lineup, plus exclusive limited-time deals and gifts. Find the right cleaner for your home and save starting now. Sponsored by Framer: The only free design tool that brings your ideas to the web. Visit framer.com/happyhour for 30% off a Framer Pro annual plan. Sponsored by Gusto: The online payroll and benefits software built for small businesses. Get three months free when you run your first payroll at gusto.com/happyhour. Sponsored by Keeper: Get 60% off personal and family plans at keepersecurity.com/HAPPYHOUR. Hosts Chance Miller @ChanceHMiller on Twitter @ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter @bzamayo@mastodon.social @bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes: Ad-free versions of every episode Pre- and post-show content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join. Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links This tool frees up Apple Intelligence storage on macOS, but think twice before using it AT&T claims iOS 27.0.1 fixes iPhone 18 Pro Max cellular issues, but users disagree [U] Apple confirms iPhone 18 Pro Max AT&T cellular issues, affected devices require hardware replacement Report: Apple’s smart home push includes LG-made doorbell, lock, thermostat, more</li
- 4 weeks ago59 min
HomePad launch nears, Apple Watch Readiness score, Ternus wants to make Apple more nimble
Benjamin and Chance discuss the final Apple smart display rumors with a release for the ‘HomePad’ rumored for October 13, although the small square screen form factor remains puzzling. Also, leaked photos of the iPad mini and HomePod mini suggest those long-awaited updates are also imminent, John Ternus apparently wants to make Apple more nimble, and Chance has thoughts on the new Apple Watch Readiness feature. And in Happy Hour Plus, Benjamin argues the case for adding Touch ID to the Apple TV remote. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Square: Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/happyhour. Sponsored by Notion: Learn more about how Notion can support your business, at notion.com/happyhour. Sponsored by Framer: The only free design tool that brings your ideas to the web. Visit framer.com/happyhour for 30% off a Framer Pro annual plan. Sponsored by Perplexity Computer: Start your free trial of Perplexity Computer today at pplx.ai/happyhour and experience the next phase of AI. Hosts Chance Miller @ChanceHMiller on Twitter @ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter @bzamayo@mastodon.social @bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes: Ad-free versions of every episode Pre- and post-show content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join. Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Apple's HomePad smart home hub launching on Oct 13 with iMac G4 design – Bloomberg Leak reveals new design details about Apple’s upcoming smart display Leaked images reveal new Apple TV 4K, HomePod mini New iPad mini details revealed in latest leak Leak reveals new iPhone Duo features not
- Sep 24, 20261h 4m
M6 Mac mini review, Apple fitness band rumors, Apple AI servers
Benjamin and Chance cover the week in Apple news, including hands-on with the new M6 Mac mini and AirPods 5, the first round of bug fixes for the new operating systems, Apple Music Hall, and more. And in Happy Hour Plus, we reflect on how Siri AI has fared in the real world so far. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Quince: Find your next fall favorites at Quince. Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or visit quince.com/happyhour. Get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada and the UK, too. Sponsored by iMazing: iMazing’s platform for data transfer and device management keeps getting better. Get 20% off iMazing with code 9TO5-SEP26-20OFF. Sponsored by Copilot Money: Get two months free with code 9TO5MAC at copilot.money/9to5mac. Hosts Chance Miller @ChanceHMiller on Twitter @ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter @bzamayo@mastodon.social @bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes: Ad-free versions of every episode Pre- and post-show content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join. Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Steve Jobs Antennagate Q&A M6 Mac mini review: Apple's most versatile Mac continues to shine Apple unveils AirPods 5 with upgraded noise cancellation, more Apple releases watchOS 27.0.1 to fix Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 bug iPhone 18 Pro Face ID bug causing system to crash and reboot for some users Apple says software update to fix iPhone 18 Pro rebooting bug is coming next week watchOS 27.2 beta 2 brings the App Switcher back with a new gesture Apple working on Whoop-style screenless
- Sep 17, 20261h 13m
iPhone 18 Pro and Apple Watch Series 12 hands-on review, iOS 27 released
Chance has been testing the iPhone 18 Pro and the new Apple Watches for the last week, and is here to give his hands-on reviews. Also, Apple has finally released its new operating systems out into the world, which means Benjamin has tried macOS Golden Gate for the first time. And in Happy Hour Plus, Apple is rumored to be making their own game controllers for iPhone. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Shopify: All you need is the idea. Shopify handles the rest. Start your free trial at shopify.com/happyhour. Sponsored by Framer: The only free design tool that brings your ideas to the web. Visit framer.com/happyhour for 30% off a Framer Pro annual plan. Sponsored by Bitwarden: Check out Bitwarden, featuring secure password management, passkey support, end-to-end encryption, and seamless autofill across all devices. Sponsored by Gusto: The online payroll and benefits software built for small businesses. Get three months free when you run your first payroll at gusto.com/happyhour. Hosts Chance Miller @ChanceHMiller on Twitter @ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter @bzamayo@mastodon.social @bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes: Ad-free versions of every episode Pre- and post-show content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join. Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links iOS 27 now available: New features, compatible iPhones, and more Apple says two iOS 27 features aren’t coming until a ‘future software update’ macOS 27 Golden Gate now available, here is everything new Apple releases first iOS 27.2 developer beta for iPhone Everything new in iOS 27.2 beta 1 so far iOS 27
- Sep 11, 20261h 57m
iPhone Duo, iPhone 18 Pro, Apple Watch Series 12, and AirPods 5 event
Benjamin and Chance react to the September Apple event in this bumper special episode, featuring our first impressions (and Chance’s initial hands-on from the ground at Apple Park) with iPhone Duo, iPhone 18 Pro, AirPods 5 and the new Apple Watch lineup. And in Happy Hour Plus, even more thoughts on the iPhone Duo, and how Apple presented John Ternus’s first event as CEO. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Quince: Find your next fall favorites at Quince. Download the Quince app for app-exclusive offers, or visit quince.com/happyhour. Get free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada and the UK, too. Sponsored by Shopify: All you need is the idea. Shopify handles the rest. Start your free trial at shopify.com/happyhour. Sponsored by iMazing: iMazing’s platform for data transfer and device management keeps getting better. Get 20% off iMazing with code 9TO5-SEP26-20OFF. Sponsored by Bitwarden: Register for the free, virtual Open Source Security Summit on September 17, featuring cybersecurity leaders David Sanger and Joseph Menn — and check out Bitwarden for trusted open source password, passkey, and secrets management, with end-to-end encryption and seamless autofill across all your devices. Hosts Chance Miller @ChanceHMiller on Twitter @ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter @bzamayo@mastodon.social @bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes: Ad-free versions of every episode Pre- and post-show content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join. Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Apple Event News Hub: iPhone 18 Pro is here, more - 9to5Mac
- Sep 3, 20261h 4m
John Ternus is now Apple CEO, last-minute iPhone event rumors, Apple TV price increase
Benjamin and Chance talk about John Ternus’s first week in the job as Apple CEO, and how much Tim Cook will still be involved. Also, it’s the last chance for iPhone event rumors, with details about some health updates for the Apple Watch Series 12 coming to the fore. And there was an Apple TV subscription price hike, for the second time in as many years. And in Happy Hour Plus, on the eve of iPhone 18 Pro, we reflect on our overall positive experiences using the iPhone Air for the entire year. Subscribe at 9to5mac.com/join. Sponsored by Square: Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/happyhour. Sponsored by Bitwarden: Register for the free, virtual Open Source Security Summit on September 17, featuring cybersecurity leaders David Sanger and Joseph Menn — and check out Bitwarden for trusted open source password, passkey, and secrets management, with end-to-end encryption and seamless autofill across all your devices. Sponsored by Gusto: The online payroll and benefits software built for small businesses. Get three months free when you run your first payroll at gusto.com/happyhour. Sponsored by Notion: Learn more about how Notion can support your business, at notion.com/happyhour. Hosts Chance Miller @ChanceHMiller on Twitter @ChanceHMiller on Instagram @ChanceHMiller on Threads Benjamin Mayo @bzamayo on Twitter @bzamayo@mastodon.social @bzamayo on Threads Subscribe, Rate, and Review Apple Podcasts Overcast Spotify 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus Subscribe to 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus! Support Benjamin and Chance directly with Happy Hour Plus! 9to5Mac Happy Hour Plus includes: Ad-free versions of every episode Pre- and post-show content Bonus episodes Join for $5 per month or $50 a year at 9to5mac.com/join. Feedback Submit #Ask9to5Mac questions on Twitter, Mastodon, or Threads Email us feedback and questions to happyhour@9to5mac.com Links Today is Tim Cook's last day as Apple CEO, Ternus takes over Read Tim Cook's full memo to Apple employees on his last day as CEO Here’s how much Apple is paying John Ternus as CEO, Tim Cook as executive chairman Read John Ternus's full memo to Apple employees on his first day as CEO <a href="https://9to5mac.com/2026/09/01/new-apple
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